Senior Data Scientist

Role Overview

• We are seeking an experienced Senior Data Scientist to lead the design and development of advanced statistical and machine learning systems.
• You will work across high impact domains including retention, personalisation, attribution, forecasting, classification and experimentation.
• You build solutions that start lean and exploratory, then evolve into robust, trustworthy, scalable data pipelines once value is proven.
• You will join a strong Data Intelligence team while partnering closely with Product, Engineering, Commercial and other functions.
• You focus on the highest priorities, assess feasibility pragmatically, and guide stakeholders toward solutions that deliver measurable impact.
• You will also mentor Data Scientists and Data Analysts in the practical application of statistical techniques.

Requirements

• Proficient with data querying languages (SQL), scripting languages (Python)
• 5+ years of data science experience
• 2+ years of a/b testing and data visualisation experience
• Experience of successful deployment of AI solutions into Production environments with appropriate governance controls
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to convey complex concepts to non-technical stakeholders
• Required experience with statistical models (regression) and ML models (retrieval, ranking, reinforcement)
• Required experience designing evaluation approaches for AI solutions, ML and LLMs (Agents desirable)
• Desired understanding of personalisation algorithms
• Desired experience in large scale distribution systems (Spark, Elasticsearch) and managing DS pipelines
• Desired Master or PhD in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics or related field
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment

Tech Stack

• ElasticSearch
• Python
• Spark
• SQL

Benefits

• In addition to your base salary: Annual bonus or commission plan.
• Employee Stock Option Plan: Opportunity to share directly in our success through stock options.
• Public Holiday Swap: Swap a public holiday for another preferred day.
• Flexible Working: We are a fully remote organisation with team events and travel throughout the year.
• Wellbeing & Learning Days: An additional five days of paid leave per year.
• Learning Budget: $500 USD per financial year, plus access to additional Career Growth Budget.
• WFH/Transport Budget: Monthly allowance for internet/phone expenses or public transport.
• Home Office Setup Budget: One-off allowance for desk, chair and/or monitor.
• Parental Leave: Minimum of 18 weeks paid parental leave for primary carers + 6 weeks paid parental leave for secondary carers.
• Wellbeing Support: Access to counselling and wellbeing app via Nilo Health.